Orionids meteor shower to dazzle the night sky Thursday

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Head outside under the stars if you hope to see the annual Orionids meteor shower in all its glory.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration said the Orionids will begin to dazzle the night sky this Thursday.

The Orionids meteor shower, which is a result of the earth passing through dust released by the Halley’s comet, will be active from October 17-25.At maximum rates, PAGASA said the shower may reach 15 meteors per hour that may be observed at favorable sky condition.The Orionids meteors are described as fast meteors and have fireballs.

According to PAGASA, the earth is passing through the stream of debris left behind by the Halley’s comet, the parent comet of the Orionid shower.Related Posts

 

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